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class education and access to a global context of business research, creativity and technology. Our curriculum will not only continue to adapt to changes in the local social and economic land- scape, but it will also envision the future needs of our society. It will embrace creativity, innovation and relevance while emphasizing practical and personal- ized learning. UCW has students from more than 110 different countries. This diversity is our strength. Inclusion is our mandate. We will foster an environment that celebrates our differences and actively promotes an inclusive culture where every voice is heard, every perspective is val- ued and every individual can thrive. UCW's commit- ment to reconciliation with our Indigenous commu- nities is deeply personal and close to my heart, and I am committed to continuing this important work. As we embark on this journey together, our mis- sion is to empower individuals through education, fostering innovation and contributing to the better- ment of society. HOW DOES A GOOD LEADER HELP THEIR ORGANIZATION NAVIGATE CHALLENGING TIMES? A good leader works collaboratively to get the best out of the people they have. They must demonstrate a plan for the future and, most importantly, take people with them—you need to work with your team and make sure your team is with you. It's not as easy as Vancouver university under new leadership sponsored report U niversity Canada West (UCW), Vancouver's pre-eminent university offering technology-enabled, business-focused programs, recently welcomed a new President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Bashir Makhoul. Dr. Makhoul, a distinguished artist, scholar and higher educa- tion leader with a track record of innovation and student experi- ence enhancement, officially took over from outgoing President Sheldon Levy on October 12, becoming the sixth president to lead the university since its establishment in 2004. "Dr. Makhoul is an exceptional academic and administrator who will be an asset to UCW, Vancouver, British Columbia and Canada," Levy said. "It's my pleasure to welcome Dr. Makhoul to UCW, and I look forward to the fresh new perspective he will bring to the university." Dr. Makhoul comes to UCW following a six-and-a-half-year term as President and Vice-Chancellor at the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) in the United Kingdom, where he spearhead- ed the creation of the UK's first Business School for the Creative Industries. Under his leadership, UCA was named Modern Univer- sity of the Year by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide in 2019. "It is my honor to be UCW's new president," Dr. Makhoul said. "I share the university's commitment to providing high-quality education and fostering a vibrant campus community. UCW is an institution with solid foundations: a dedicated staff, an entrepre- neurial faculty, a deeply diverse student body and an exceptional campus in the heart of a great city—all the essential ingredients for an extraordinary learning experience." Dr. Makhoul brings a unique breadth of experience to his role at UCW. An artist by vocation and training, Dr. Makhoul's works have been featured in top galleries worldwide. And as a universi- ty administrator and leader, Dr. Makhoul has earned a reputation as a catalyst for academic innovation and quality improvement. WHAT IS YOUR VISION FOR THE FUTURE OF UCW? I envision UCW as a university with a robust local, national and international profile that fosters dynamic relationships with partner institutions around the world, offering students a world- University Canada West welcomes new President Dr. Bashir Makhoul